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Associate Director - Protective Design & Security

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    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Engineering
  • London
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AI generated summary

  • You need extensive security project experience, leadership skills, client focus, strategic thinking, industry knowledge, effective communication, and a chartered engineer status with security clearance readiness.
  • You will strategize protective design, engage clients, oversee projects, collaborate with teams, identify growth opportunities, and represent the company at industry events for risk-based solutions.

Requirements

  • Proven Track Record : Extensive experience working on a range of security projects both within the UK and overseas.
  • Leadership Skills : Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams, driving successful project outcomes.
  • Client-Focused : Strong client management skills, with a passion for exceeding expectations.
  • Strategic Thinking : Ability to develop and execute long-term strategies aligned with expanding PD&S opportunities.
  • Industry Knowledge : In-depth understanding of security engineering sector, challenges, and innovations.
  • Commitment: Highly proactive and adaptable security focused leader, with excellent people management and communication skills.
  • Collaborative Approach : A team player who thrives in a collaborative environment.
  • Effective Cost Working : Demonstrated experience in managing in house engineering teams, projects deliverables, optimizing resources while maintaining quality and efficiency.
  • Chartered Engineer : Security Engineering background equivalent to chartered Engineer status. Ideally a principal member of RSES or equivalent security institution.
  • The nature of the post requires the candidate to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearances.

Responsibilities

  • Strategic Leadership : Working with senior management develop and execute strategies for Protective design and Security, aligning with TT’s vision and wider business goals.
  • Client Engagement : Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and tailoring security solutions accordingly.
  • Project Oversight : Oversee security engineering projects, ensuring successful project delivery, quality, and adherence to timelines.
  • Collaboration : Work closely with client and design teams throughout RIBA stages, including Architects engineers, and project managers.
  • Business Development : Identify growth opportunities, lead bids and proposals, and contribute to PD&S office expansion.
  • Industry Influence : Represent the company at industry events, conferences and forums, advocating for risk based security solutions.

FAQs

What educational background is preferred for the Associate Director position?

An academic background in engineering is preferred for the Associate Director position.

How many years of experience are required for this role?

A minimum of 10 years of experience in security advice and design is required.

What type of projects will the Associate Director oversee?

The Associate Director will oversee security engineering projects for various facilities, ensuring successful project delivery and adherence to timelines.

Is client engagement a significant part of this role?

Yes, cultivating and maintaining strong relationships with clients is a critical responsibility of the Associate Director.

What are the key responsibilities of the Associate Director?

Key responsibilities include strategic leadership, client engagement, project oversight, collaboration with design teams, business development, and industry influence.

Is experience working internationally important for this position?

Yes, extensive experience working on security projects both within the UK and overseas is important.

What qualities are important for leadership in this role?

Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams while driving successful project outcomes is important.

Are there specific professional certifications required?

Ideally, candidates should have a security engineering background equivalent to chartered engineer status and be a principal member of RSES or an equivalent security institution.

Will this position require security clearances?

Yes, the nature of the post requires the candidate to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearances.

Does Thornton Tomasetti promote diversity in its hiring practices?

Yes, Thornton Tomasetti is committed to being an equal employment workplace and considers individuals without regard to various protected characteristics.

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We apply scientific and engineering principles to solve the world’s challenges — starting with yours. Whether we’re focusing on the design, construction and performance of buildings or expanding into new disciplines, we never limit ourselves, applying our expertise to all types of projects across a range of industries.